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Living In Faith, Growing in Knowledge
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Invite friends to come and see what we are all about!
Open House post cards are available in the office for sharing.
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Congratulations to Our December Students of the Month!
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- Letter from the Principal
- Calendar
- Basketball Tournament
- 8th Grade Religion
- Tigers In Action
- Winter Drive - TIA
- Yearbook Available
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- Kids Stuff Coupon Books
- Cub Scouts Parent's Meeting
- Pancake Breakfast
- Photos
- Helpful Links
- Helpful Contacts
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Letter from the Principal
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Dear Saint Theresa School families and friends,
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
I hope that you all enjoyed a beautiful Christmas and a restful vacation. January is always a busy and exciting month as we prepare to celebrate Catholic Schools Week 2017. We also look forward to hosting our 30th Annual Basketball Tournament.
As mentioned at the Christmas concert, I hope that a significant number of school families will make the effort to volunteer during the second semester. We truly need more people to step up to the plate to help our school run development and fundraising activities. The success of these activities have a direct impact on tuition as well as the quality of education that we can provide our students. Remember that your involvement in your child's education is a trademark of what it means to be part of a Catholic School community. When more people contribute, everyone benefits and the burden is significantly lighter.
Starting this Friday, we can use help with the Basketball tournament. We are also planning a 5K race in May and we are in need of approximately 20 volunteers to make this a huge success. A committee is now being formed to plan the details of the race. Please contact me or leave your name with Miss Lucy in the office if you are serious about getting involved and volunteering in any capacity.
Catholic School Week this year is from January 29 to February 3, 2017. We like to begin this special week with all the school children attending the 9:00 am Mass here at St. Theresa Church. The students need to wear their regular school uniform. A reception will follow in the gym. On the Friday of Catholic School Week, I will sponsor "Coffee with the Principal after the Liturgy, from approximately 10:15 -11:00 am to discuss the registration process, financial aid, bishop scholarship, and other items for the 2017-18 school year. Please try to join me to share in this discussion.
Again, welcome back and I look forward to our shared partnership in this new year.
S. Vittoria
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Keep In Mind - A little planning ahead to help your family
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Does your family need financial aid from the Bishop's Scholarship Fund, School Aid, or CEO Foundation?
Make sure you file your taxes early to be able to apply for these great assistance programs.
Aid is only available by completing the FACTS tuition assistance application and completing the FACTS enrollment process.
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Basketball Tournament Volunteers, THIS IS IT! :)
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30th Annual Basketball Tournament Starts THIS FRIDAY!!
Our Tournament starts this Friday evening! We have 42 teams ready to play over the next month. This is one of our biggest fundraisers and our hospitality is well known in the community.
I'd like to thank the parents who have already signed up to volunteer: Alan Prendergast, Alana Holden, Debi Pelley, Kyle Pelley, LJ Kreussling and Kathy Brooks. I'd also like to thank Alicia Connolly who will be manning our world (well, county) famous kitchen again this year.
Remember ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE OPERATING FUND and benefit every family in Saint Theresa School.
There are still many shifts to be covered ... to be successful, the tournament needs parents and students to help collect admission fees, sell 50/50 raffle chances, roam around as a security presence during the games, and assist with set up and clean up. We also need the help of any parents and/or students who know how to run the clock and keep the books during the games. There are many opportunities to help. The Tournament runs evenings on Thursdays and Fridays, and all day on Saturdays and Sundays but volunteering is broken into shifts. The final day of the tournament is January 31st.
Our tournament page on VolunteerSpot lists all the jobs that need to be filled for the whole tournament, including descriptions. This is a great opportunity to get to know other parents and the children in our school community.
Please try to sign up for at least one shift. Most spots require multiple people, so grab a buddy and do it together. Bring your kids to help ... no one can say no to an adorable child selling 50/50 tickets!
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Eighth Grade Religion - It's a Wonderful Life
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In Religion, the 8th grade is wrapping up their unit on eternal life and eternal death. The students explored the differences between the two, and how their choices on earth influence their destiny. A major part of this unit is watching, writing about, and discussing the classic film, "It's A Wonderful Life." All of the students were responsible for completing a writing portfolio project based on the film, and the choices of the characters in the film. The students closely explored the choices that George Bailey made in his life, and learned about how they each influence the lives of many others (even when they may not know it). Overall, the students truly enjoyed learning about eternal life and eternal death, and are proud of the writing portfolios that they have completed.
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Tigers In Action -
Bakers Edition
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A few days before Christmas, a small contingent of the TIGERS-in ACTION service club gathered at Mrs. Stratton's home to participate in "Santa's Workshop". We baked delicious cookies and put together beautiful cookie trays of goodies for senior neighbors who might otherwise miss out on Christmas cheer and God's love. We also dropped a tray of cookies at Bishop Caggiano's home and he was very appreciative, writing :
Thank you to all the members of the Tigers in Action Club for the wonderful and delicious cookies! I ate a few and will save the rest to bring to my family on Christmas morning. Best wishes for a Blessed Christmas and a Happy and Joyful New Year!
God bless,
Bp Frank
On Wednesday, January 11th (from 3:15-4:15) interested 6th and 7th graders are invited to join our TIA meeting to find out what we are doing and how you can join our team.
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Yearbooks Available for Pre-Order and Personalization!
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Save Money and Help the 8th Grade - It's a Win, Win!
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Cub Scouts Parents Meeting - Jan 9th
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All interested families from grades 1-5 are invited to attend the Cub Scouts meeting for parents on Monday, January 9th at 7 pm, here at school. The Organizational Cub Scout Meeting will be led by Mr. Lucas Blinn form the Connecticut Yankee Council.
Thank you!
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Recent Photos for Viewing and Downloading
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Here are the Dropbox links to recent school photos. Photos will be available for two weeks from posting date. Download any photos you would like to keep for your family or personalized yearbook pages.
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Comments and Suggestions to improve the eNews
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Let us know how we can make this a more helpful eNews. Constructive feedback is always welcome.
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